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A milestone conversation with David Hicks

A milestone conversation with David Hicks

The Melbourne-based interior designer is celebrating his eponymous practice’s quarter-century. He joins Timothy Alouani-Roby at The Commons during a flying visit to Sydney to discuss this milestone and much more.

“Architecture is always about more than form; it is about meaning”: In conversation with Lina Ghotmeh

“Architecture is always about more than form; it is about meaning”: In conversation with Lina Ghotmeh

As French-Lebanese Architect Lina Ghotmeh prepares for lectures in Melbourne and Sydney, we hear about the philosophy shaping her internationally celebrated practice.

Diplomacy, diversity and design with Hicham Lahlou

Diplomacy, diversity and design with Hicham Lahlou

We spoke to the internationally renowned Moroccan designer on the eve of his visit to Australia as guest of honour for Design & Build Week 2025.

Parisian elegance meets Japanese Sophistication in Shanghai restaurant

Parisian elegance meets Japanese Sophistication in Shanghai restaurant

Located in Shanghai’s historic Zhangyuan district, Ortensia is a stunning French-Japanese restaurant designed by Chris Shao Studio.

Behind the Brand: Meet Ilda Souiou and get ready for Masis Studio

Behind the Brand: Meet Ilda Souiou and get ready for Masis Studio

Originally hailing from France, Ilda is forging a varied and exciting career in Australia – from construction and furniture showrooms to an upcoming studio launch.

Fermob brings French Art de Vivre to Sydney with fresh flagship showroom

Fermob brings French Art de Vivre to Sydney with fresh flagship showroom

Fermob, the renowned French outdoor furniture brand, has inaugurated its first showroom in Sydney, solidifying its presence in the Australian market.

Monumentality with a certain softness: Moreau Kusunoki and Genton on Powerhouse Parramatta

Monumentality with a certain softness: Moreau Kusunoki and Genton on Powerhouse Parramatta

We met the architectural design team behind Powerhouse Parramatta as they gave a talk on the milestone project at Western Sydney University.

A landmark competition win for Carmody Groarke and TVK in France

A landmark competition win for Carmody Groarke and TVK in France

London-based Carmody Groarke and Paris-based TVK have been announced as winners of a milestone competition for the new Bibliothèque nationale de France conservation centre.

The 2024 galang residents are ready to jet off to Paris

The 2024 galang residents are ready to jet off to Paris

As a program between Powerhouse Parramatta and Cité Internationale des Arts, the galang residency supports Indigenous creativity and dialogue around cultural heritage and representation.

Celebrating Eileen Gray, a designer “too rich for the punditry to take”

Celebrating Eileen Gray, a designer “too rich for the punditry to take”

Despite designing one of history’s most coveted side tables, Eileen Gray’s popularity faced significant gaps due to the challenges encountered by female designers in the early 20th century.

From Parramatta to Paris: Applications open for 2024 galang residency

From Parramatta to Paris: Applications open for 2024 galang residency

Applications are open for the three-month residency program in Paris with Powerhouse Parramatta and the Cité internationale des arts.

Left Bank luxury and a hint of nostalgia in Paris

Left Bank luxury and a hint of nostalgia in Paris

The Left Bank of Paris has a rich and vibrant history encapsulating the city’s joie de vivre. Jan Henderson revisits Hotel Louis 11 after some years and a total renovation.